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I have an appointment tomorrow 2-29-00 for a pre-op gastric bypass evaluation. I have no idea what that means or what it is about. I am scared to death I will say or do something that will ruin my chances for approval. If anyone has any suggestions or help about what this is about please inform me.

Thanks,

Praying for Miracles:
Marjorie Lemke

I have been approved by Blue Cross Blue Shield after just one attempt! I was really surpised. My surgery is scheduled for October 2, 2000. I still have all my pre-op tests to do and gall bladder ultra sound. I am hoping there are no obsticles in my way, since I am an older woman seeking this surgery. I have noticed most surgeries are done on women under the age of 50.

I will keep you posted.

10/23/00

Surgery was 3 weeks ago today. I am still having a great amount of pain and unable to eat meats of any kind. I am walking 1 to 2 miles a day and trying to return to work. Haven't been able to work a full day as yet. I joined Weight Watchers before my surgery figuring I can use all the support I can get. I went for a weigh in today. (First time since the surgery) I weighed 255.4. I was amazed. I weight 300 just before surgery.

I will write more in the future.